Smithsonian Sleepover at the American History Museum

Multi-Day Program

Friday, July 24, 2026 - 7:00 p.m., to Saturday, July 25, 2026 - 9:00 a.m. ET

Code: 1P0909

Location:

National Museum of American History
14th St & Constitution Ave NW
Metro: Smithsonian (Mall exit)

Registration

$130

Adult Member

$130

Child Member

$150

Adult

$150

Child

Materials for this program

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Special Update: Please use the Madison Drive entrance to the museum between 12th and 14th St NW.

Note: This is an overnight in-person program for children and families. Girl Scouts troops are still welcome to attend.

Salute the country’s 250th birthday with your troop by taking an all-American road trip at the National Museum of American History. Unfold your map, turn on the engine, and follow the road through the museum’s galleries. Along the way, immerse yourself in the new exhibit Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness. You’ll play I-Spy and the license plate game, make a pit stop, test your knowledge—and even become a presidential candidate—in a memorable overnight adventure made just for you.

Schedule

Evening

6:30 - 7 p.m. Check-in
7 p.m. Orientation (mandatory attendance)
7:30 - 10:45 p.m. American Road Trip Activities
10:45 - 11:30 p.m. Get Ready for Bed
11:30 p.m. Lights out!

Next Morning

7 a.m. Lights on and breakfast served
8 a.m. Museum Store on the first floor opens
9 a.m. Depart from the museum

General Information

This program is for children in 3rd–8th grade, accompanied by their adult chaperones (21 or older).
There must be at least one adult chaperone for every 5 children in any group that registers. No adults without children.

Registration

Important Note: This sleepover opportunity includes Smithsonian Associates member pricing.
Update: Program registration will end at 10 a.m. ET on Friday, July 24, 2026. Registrations must be purchased in advance; no door sales.
As part of the checkout process, you will be asked to provide adult and child names in your party and the age of each child; have an opportunity to purchase a Smithsonian Sleepovers t-shirt for you and your party ($20 per shirt); and sign a waiver/release form.
For Military Families: A reduced rate is available for active-duty U.S. military personnel and their families. Please call 202-633-3030 to receive Military Promotion pricing.
Group sales are available for 10 or more people for $120 per person. Call 202-633-3030 during regular business hours to take advantage.

For additional information on sleepovers, visit SmithsonianSleepovers.org.